📅 Black Friday 2026 Timing
Black Friday 2026 falls on November 27. Most Australian mattress brands start their promotions 1–2 weeks early (around November 13–15) and run through Cyber Monday (November 30). The single best day for deals is typically Black Friday itself — brands often hold their deepest discounts for that 24-hour window.
Expected Black Friday Deals by Brand (2026)
Based on four years of Black Friday data from Australian mattress brands, here's what to expect in November 2026:
Emma has run the deepest Black Friday discount of any Australian mattress brand for four consecutive years. In 2025, Emma offered 40% off the Original and 45% off the Premium range. Discounts typically go live November 15 and are maintained through Cyber Monday.
Koala's Black Friday discount has grown each year — 15% in 2023, 20% in 2024, 25% in 2025. Their sale typically includes accessories (pillows, protectors) at the same discount rate, making it a good time to buy a complete sleep setup.
Ecosa offers reliable 20–30% discounts during Black Friday. Given the base price of $799, a 30% discount brings a queen to $559 — making it the cheapest quality mattress available in Australia during the sale period.
Sleeping Duck typically offers dollar discounts rather than percentages. $200–250 off a queen has been the consistent pattern. Given the Mach II's higher base price, this represents a smaller percentage discount than competitors but still meaningful savings.
Ergoflex participates in Black Friday with 20–25% discounts. Their promotions are less heavily marketed than Emma or Koala but consistently available. Check their site directly from mid-November.
Black Friday Mattress Buying Strategy
Do your research before November
The worst time to research mattresses is during a sale. Read our main guide, narrow your choice to one or two options, and then monitor pricing from early November. Going into Black Friday with a clear decision allows you to act quickly when the best deals go live.
Set up a price alert
Tools like PriceSpy or Google Shopping price tracking let you set alerts on specific mattress products. When the Black Friday price drops, you'll be notified immediately rather than having to check manually.
Compare total value, not just percentage
A 40% discount on a $1,149 Emma saves more in dollars ($460) than a 25% discount on a $799 Ecosa ($200) — even though Emma's base price is higher. Always calculate the actual dollar saving to compare true value across brands.
Check the trial period start date
Your 100–120 night trial starts from delivery, not purchase date. A Black Friday purchase (late November) with a 5-day delivery gives you a trial ending in March or April — covering Australian summer and the transition into autumn. This is excellent trial timing for evaluating cooling performance.
Black Friday vs EOFY — Which Is Better?
Both are strong buying windows. Emma and Ecosa consistently offer deeper percentage discounts at EOFY; the Black Friday promotions are broader and more visible, with all brands participating simultaneously. If you're replacing a mattress urgently, buy at whichever sale comes next. If you're planning ahead, comparing the two sets of discounts before committing often reveals a clear winner for your specific mattress choice.